Community Care Social Worker/Case Manager, HCBS Great Falls (Full Time)

CO_02 Benefis Community Care, Inc.; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 25,246,000 - 35,956,000; Full time

Job summary

Benefis Health System is seeking a Home and Community-Based Case Manager to provide psychosocial assessments and care coordination for Montana Medicaid beneficiaries living at home or in their communities.

The role focuses on connecting clients with housing, financial resources, and community supports, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary care management team to improve quality of life and well-being.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or psychology, sociology, or other field related to social work.
• Three (3) years of social work experience in a health care setting preferred.
• Knowledge of case management methods, practice, and procedure.
• Knowledge of the application of diagnostic and crisis intervention skills.
• Knowledge of issues and needs of long-term care consumers.
• Prior knowledge of managing a budget.
• Knowledge of human behavior, disabilities, and the aging process.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychosocial assessments and support to Medicaid beneficiaries in home and community settings.
• Coordinate planning, assessment, and monitoring of services with the Care Management Team.
• Assist with housing, financial stability, and community resource navigation.
• Advocate to improve quality of life and emotional well-being.

Skills

Case management

Psychosocial support

Health care experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work

Job description

Benefis is one of Montana’s largest and premier health systems, and we are committed to providing excellent care for all, healing body, mind, and spirit. At Benefis, we work hard to support our employees in every aspect of their careers by offering outstanding benefits and compensation, state-of-the-art facilities, and multiple growth opportunities. The only thing missing is you! Home and Community-Based case management services are centered care services delivered in the home and community. Program services fall into the categories of health services and human services. Primarily responsible for the human service aspect of case management to meet the psychosocial needs of members. Member of the multi-disciplinary Care Management Team that provides individualized member-driven planning, coordination, assessment, and monitoring of services to help enrolled Montana Big Sky Waiver Medicaid beneficiaries who are elderly or physically disabled residing in their own homes or communities rather than institutionalized care settings. Provides psychosocial assessments, mental health, navigating housing, financial stability, and community resources that focus on the human service psychosocial needs, community resources, and long-term care placements as part of the Care Management team. The goal is to improve quality of life, provide emotional support, and coordinate psychosocial services. Demonstrates the ability to deal with pressure to meet deadlines, to be accurate, and to handle constantly changing situations. Demonstrates the ability to deal with a variety of people, deal with stressful situations, and handle conflict. Will perform all job duties or job tasks as assigned. Will follow and adhere to all requirements, regulations and procedures of any licensing board or agency. Must comply with all Benefis Health System’s organization policies and procedures.

Education/License/Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or psychology, sociology, or other field related to social work
• Three (3) years of social work experience in a health care setting preferred
• Knowledge of case management methods, practice, and procedure.
• Knowledge of the application of diagnostic and crisis intervention skills.
• Knowledge of issues and needs of long-term care consumers.
• Prior knowledge of managing a budget.
• Knowledge of human behavior, disabilities, and the aging process.

Exemption Wage Non-Exempt Starting Wage $22.13/hourly Actual offered wage is based on applicable experience

The professional team members at Benefis bring their passion and skills to work every day, providing exceptional care for each patient. Joining the Benefis community gives you the chance to build a rewarding career as part of Montana’s premier health system. This is your opportunity to be part of an exceptional health system in a state that is well known for its beautiful four seasons and outdoor lifestyle. While enjoying the last best place, you’ll have the added benefit of having access to Benefis Health System, one of the state’s most modern and progressive healthcare facilities with 500+ beds and over 308 employed medical staff members representing more than 40 specialties. Our state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technologies make Benefis an exceptional working environment.